About Christopher Durham

Christopher Durham is the president of the Velocity Institute. Prior to this he founded the groundbreaking site My Private Brand. He is the co-founder of The Vertex Awards. He began his retail career building brands at Food Lion and Lowe’s Home Improvement. Durham has worked with retailers around the world, including Albertsons, Family Dollar, Petco, Staples, Office Depot, Best Buy, Metro Canada. Durham has published seven definitive books on private brands, including Fifty2: The My Private Brand Project and Vanguard: Vintage Originals.

Surviving the Cost Crisis a Free Webinar

Surviving the Cost Crisis Free Webinar on Friday, December 3, 11:00 CET Global Food Inflation In June 2021 the International Private Label Consult (IPLC) team held an online seminar on the topic of food inflation attended by 160 industry professionals, primarily manufacturers from around the world. When surveyed, 100% of companies told IPLC that

Surviving the Cost Crisis a Free Webinar2021-11-29T19:53:01-05:00

RBI Sustainability Summit to Feature Robert Zuehlke of Wakefern Food Corp

The RBI Sustainability Summit is live online from December 8-9, 2021. You will not want to miss our exciting lineup of speakers, live speed networking, and lively panels. To encourage the entire private brand community to attend the groundbreaking event, ALL of the tickets are FREE courtesy of Marketing by Design. And you will not want to

RBI Sustainability Summit to Feature Robert Zuehlke of Wakefern Food Corp2021-11-28T16:24:44-05:00

M&S Invests In Nobody’s Child As ‘Brands At M&S’ Strategy Gains Momentum

Following a positive first year of working together, British retailer M&S is evolving its partnership with Nobody’s Child by investing in the eco-conscious, affordable fashion brand - starting with a c. 25% stake. Nobody’s Child will continue to operate independently but with the opportunity to utilize M&S’s investment and infrastructure to scale

M&S Invests In Nobody’s Child As ‘Brands At M&S’ Strategy Gains Momentum2021-11-28T16:08:27-05:00

RBI Sustainability Summit to Feature Tesco, Walmart, Club Coffee, Provision Coalition & Products Of Change

The RBI Sustainability Summit is live online from December 8-9, 2021. You will not want to miss our exciting lineup of speakers, live speed networking, and lively panels. The event will feature the panel Consumer Relevance, Differentiation & the Promise of Sustainability moderated by Brenda Seto, Canada Ambassador, North America Team. To encourage the entire

RBI Sustainability Summit to Feature Tesco, Walmart, Club Coffee, Provision Coalition & Products Of Change2021-11-23T21:53:54-05:00

Strengthen Your DEI Initiative: Become a WISE DEI Ambassador

Tuesday, December 7, 2021 1:00 EST | 12:00 CST | 11:00 MST | 10:00 PST Become a WISE DEI Ambassador and use WISE programming to add some muscle to your DEI Initiative in 2022. Join us and our partner ExecuInsight for the introduction to our new WISE DEI Program and learn how you

Strengthen Your DEI Initiative: Become a WISE DEI Ambassador2021-11-23T21:39:51-05:00

Time is running out to save 50% on your RBI Membership

Become a PRO or PLUS Member and Save 50% - EXPIRES FRIDAY DECEMBER 17, 2021 Since our launch in October the Velocity Institute (RBI) has grown exponentially. Retailers, Manufacturers and Solution Partner's have joined our ranks eager to create the future of Private Brand. Don't miss your opportunity to become a PLUS or PRO

Time is running out to save 50% on your RBI Membership2021-11-22T19:43:50-05:00

Tesco Launches Refillable Cleaning Range

A new, greener way of home cleaning that uses considerably less plastic is being launched this week.   UK retailer Tesco shoppers will be able to buy refills for cleaning sprays that could help save up to 60 million pieces of plastic a year. The six Retail Brand spray bottles can be reused many times

Tesco Launches Refillable Cleaning Range2021-11-22T19:25:42-05:00

RBI Sustainaility Summit Releases Final Agenda

The RBI Sustainability Summit is fast approaching live online December 8-9, 2021. You will not want to miss our exciting lineup of speakers, live speed networking, and lively panels. To encourage the entire private brand community to attend the groundbreaking event, ALL of the tickets are FREE courtesy of Marketing by Design. Get your FREE tickets Now!

RBI Sustainaility Summit Releases Final Agenda2021-11-23T21:42:33-05:00